Libertarian

/ˌlɪbərˈtɛəriən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who advocates for civil liberties and minimal government involvement in personal and economic matters.

As a libertarian, she believes that individuals should have the freedom to make their own choices without government interference.

A member of a political party that supports libertarian principles.

He registered as a libertarian and joined the party's local chapter to promote its platform.

adjective

Relating to or characterized by the principles of libertarianism.

The libertarian policies proposed by the candidate emphasized reducing taxes and deregulating industries.

Derived from 'liberty' and the suffix '-arian' which indicates a person who advocates a certain doctrine.

libertarian ideal

A vision of a society where individuals are free from coercion and government control.

libertarian principles

Core beliefs of libertarianism, focusing on individual rights and limited government.

libertarian party

A political party that promotes libertarian views and candidates.

libertarianism

A political philosophy that emphasizes individual liberty and free markets.

autonomy

The right or condition of self-government.

individualism

A social theory favoring freedom of action for individuals over collective or state control.

Libertoon

He's such a libertoon, always talking about how the government should just get out of our lives.

Liberal-lite

Some people call libertarians 'liberal-lite' because they advocate for personal freedoms but still support some conservative policies.